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Garden furniture is the centrepiece of any well planned outdoor area, choosing the right style and function to suit your needs can go a long way in setting the atmosphere and creating a special area to eat, chat or just chill out in your garden.

Whatever you’re trying to create in your garden, furniture makes a good starting point for you to build around. From stylish table and chair sets to laid back sunbeds and sofas; choosing the right furniture for your garden is a huge step in the process.

Material is one of the key considerations when choosing your garden furniture; there is a range of different materials available, each of which has distinct features and advantages.

Things to think about

Purpose

How will you be using your outdoor area? For reading, eating, entertaining… this determines what items you'll need.

Budget

This can help to determine the material of your furniture, plastics will need less maintenance, are cheaper and more durable.

Space

If you have limited space then consider whether you want stackable or folding furniture and if it's key for you to be able to store indoors / outdoors. Our bistro sets are ideal for small spaces such as balconies and patios. We also sell a range of furniture covers that mean you can store your furniture outdoors if you don't have space indoors.

Style

Once you have determined the garden furniture you need think about how this blends in with the current style of your home and garden.

Comfort

Our furniture sets are all designed to be the right height, size and shape for comfort and ease of use.

Durability

Weight

Look

Colour options

Treatment

Protective cover

Annual maintenance

Wooden

Long-lasting Low maintenance

Heavy

Authentic

Generally brown

Teak oils, stain

Yes

Advised

Metal aluminium

Long-lastingLow maintenanceCan be more easily bent or dented

Lightweight,no mould or rust

Contemporary

Wider range

None

Advised

None

Metal iron

Long-lastingLow maintenance

Heavy

Traditional Heritage

Limited

Anti-rust solutions,paints and laquer

Advised

Yes

Rattan

FlexibleLow maintenance

Lightweight

Traditional to contemporary

Generally brown

None

Should be put away for winter

None

Plastic (resin)

Long-lastingLow maintenance

Lightweight

Traditional to contemporary

Generally green or white

None

Advised

None

Inspiration

We all dream about the day when we can get back out doors and enjoy our garden once again. Long sunny days, warm evenings and plenty of barbecues; you’ll really need a space to entertain, relax and eat – all under the big blue sky!

More Information

Whether you enjoy the peace and quiet of your own company, or spending quality time with family and friends, our innovative collection of well-built, beautifully designed garden furniture, offers a superb selection to suit all pockets and tastes. Timeless hardwood designs sit alongside chic modern styles, to make this most elegant of Blooma ranges fresh and fun.

There is also a wide range of coordinated accessories, including cushions and parasols, to add comfort and spice to your outside space. From comfortable and stylish to distinctive eye-catching design; Blooma has everything you could need to make your outdoor living space an enjoyable place to spend time.

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